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Sophomore Jeffery Robinson and freshman Christopher Anondson play games in Peter Dangerfields room May 12.

Video Gaming Club gains popularity

Annabella Strathman May 19, 2016

When Video Gaming Club co-founder junior Richie Stoeckel discovered his passion for gaming, he started looking for a way to share it with others. “I had just gotten into collecting video gaming stuff...

Sophomore Yonah Davis

Embrace new opportunities

Yonah Davis May 19, 2016

On my first day at Park I walked into the large foyer feeling both nervous and excited for my freshman year of high school. Before switching to Park in ninth grade, I went to a private school known as...

Junior Anna Gleason signs sheet to opt out of MCA testing May 5.

State testing opt outs increase

Nicole Sanford May 10, 2016

Junior Eric Lehr decided to attend his classes as other juniors took the annual Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA), a trend seen in many students this year. “I probably wasn’t even going...

Formal attire hangs on racks at the B226 Dress Closet. Clothes can be donated in room B226.

Dress closet offers free formalwear

Hannah Leff May 9, 2016

Senior Mikey Segal knows how expensive Prom can be, so when he heard about the B226 Dress Closet, he thought it was a great idea for students who can’t afford the attire. For two years, business and...

Council replaces graduating seniors

Adah Koivula May 5, 2016

As many of the Student Council officers prepare to graduate, Student Council elected its officers for the upcoming year April 21, according to adviser Sarah Lindenberg. “Every time a new group comes...

Used with written permission from Ben Chong.

Echowan wake-ups provide new leadership roles

Alec Pittman May 4, 2016

  Waking up at 4 a.m. to the news of her new position as design editor, sophomore Rose Colacino felt both scared and excited. According to Colacino, the “wake-ups” were an enjoyable...

Latino Student Association preps for Cinco de Mayo

Jonah Kupritz May 4, 2016

At the most recent Latino Student Association meeting, sophomore Sabrina Garcia and her fellow group members got creative in preparation for the Cinco de Mayo celebration. Garcia said members interested...

Used with written permission from Anya Lindell-Paulson.

Softball and soccer player wins Influence Award

Genesis Buckhalton April 29, 2016

Fellowship of Christian Athletes club member junior Anya Lindell-Paulson said she was astonished and happy to receive the Influence Award, given to someone who shows their faith in Christ. “The influence...

Seniors Joe Villano and  Charlie Berg rock out at the Jam Sesh on April 23 at the Depot Coffee House in Hopkins.

Students showcase musical talents

William Phelan April 28, 2016

For sophomore Jacob Zweigbaum, The Depot Coffee House is more than just a place to stop for coffee and a doughnut. It acts as a platform to showcase his musical talents to audiences of his peers. Zweigbaum...

Park students review showcased History Day projects in the media center. Groups from Park will move on to the State competition May 1.

Regional winners prepare for next History Day competition

Raphy Gendler April 27, 2016

After winning at the regional competition, senior Eric Hendricks looks forward to the statewide competition of history projects. Four Park students will compete at State History Day, according to world...

Senior Tess McQuillan and one of her mentors discuss possible ideas for their project Feb. 11. The team scored third place at their final competition.

ACE celebrates progress

Ndunzi Kunsunga April 26, 2016

After entering its final competition, senior Architecture, Construction and Engineering member Tess McQuillan said the club performed well, scoring third place. “It went really well,” McQuillan...

Sophomore Collin Perkins and adviser Tim Sension listen to other FCA members as they talk about God.

Fellowship of Christian Athletes receives guest speaker

Genesis Buckhalton April 18, 2016

Junior Anna Albrecht walked out of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes meeting feeling empowered after listening to a speech presented by Jake Venada, the leader of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes...

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